San José’s Proposed Building “Reach Code,” Explained
San José is reaching for a modern, more sustainable building energy code this September with an important opportunity before its City Council members: to adopt...
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CPUC Envisions New Future for Low-Income Efficiency Program
The California Public Utilities Commission adopted major improvements for the future of its longstanding low-income energy efficiency program, incorporating an ...
Report: “A Green New Deal for Renters” Is Possible
A new report makes a strong case for Los Angeles leaders to reassess the city’s investments in energy efficiency programs to ensure they better serve affordab...
Many CA Low-Income Renters Still Waiting for Clean Energy
We know how to slash energy bills and reduce climate pollution for low-income housing in California. A new report shows that more than 10,000 low-income renter...
Utility Low-Income Efficiency Programs in Need of Upgrade
California’s Energy Savings Assistance (ESA) program—designed to help low-income households save money on their monthly energy bills through no-cost weather...
Academics Converge on Low-Income Upgrade Solution
Mobilizing significant energy and health upgrades to substandard, low-income housing has long vexed policymakers and advocates alike. But two major publications...